2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2007 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 546 kg more than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 2007 Renault Grand Espace | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Transit Connect | Grand Espace |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |